Discover a rare piece of Queensland’s history at this grand address, offered to market for the first time in over 50 years.
As one of the original homes in Hendra’s prestigious Lilley Estate, “Thuin” as she is affectionately known, presents the unique opportunity to secure landholding of timeless elegance and untold potential.
Set over 2 lots amongst private subtropical gardens, the treasured Federation-era home underwent a renovation in 1993 designed to both preserve its turn-of-the-century charm and enhance family liveability. Now ready for its next renaissance, the property is awaiting a new family to give the property the love it deserves.
Its original charm and character will inspire you from the moment you arrive. A stately façade features gabled rooflines and a broad wrap-around verandah which adjoin the interior’s main living spaces. Lofty 10-foot ceilings, timber floorboards and archways are accompanied by ornate fretwork, leadlight glass windows and three cast iron log fireplaces (not operational, just decorative). The former owner’s passion for early and mid-century culture also sees the residence adorned with a collection of vintage pieces.
With endless scope to reconfigure the existing floorplan, the enormous added rear entertaining deck can be enjoyed as is or utilised for a significant home extension. There is also the opportunity to further raise and build-in the current lower level (presently below legal height), with a view to creating one of the area’s most impressive landmark properties*.
The private fully-fenced grounds offer plenty of flat usable lawn space for children or pets to play, plus the ideal room and access to add a swimming pool if desired*.
Builders and developers are also encouraged to make their own enquiries regarding subdivision options for the property (Zoned CR1). Original parts of the home must be retained.
Whatever you decide, there is already so much to love and work with at “Thuin”. In addition, the home is more than comfortable enough to be enjoyed or rented out while future plans for the property are undertaken - minimising holding costs.
Property highlights:
- 814sqm north-facing land parcel with 23.3m frontage; 2 lots on 1 title;
- Peaceful, treelined street in a prestigious enclave in Hendra
- Grand Queenslander ready for a modern renovation, extension, further raise & build-in*
- Incredible scope to open-up, merge sections or reconfigure the expansive 3-bedroom floorplan
- Comfortable enough to be immediately lived in or rented out during the planning stages
- Original character of timber floors, high ornate ceilings, VJ walls, bay & leadlight windows
- Magnificent lounge & dining rooms open through French doors onto the northern front verandah
- Further sitting room flows to vast rear entertaining deck with views into Eagle Farm Racecourse
- Unique eat-in kitchen directly connects with the covered alfresco dining area, while a service window is perfect for easy entertaining
- Option to build a new kitchen & repurpose this as a granny flat, games room, or home office/studio
- All three bedrooms feature gorgeous Juliet balconies added in the previous renovation
- Elegant classic style central bathroom
- Air-conditioning; ceiling fans; cool cross-breezes and a abundant natural light
- Plumbed & powered lower-level laundry, workshop, storage, covered parking (below legal height)
- Vast fully fenced grounds with space and access for a swimming pool; water tank with pump
- Remote driveway gates with onsite accommodation for multiple vehicles, a boat and caravan
Location Highlights:
Tucked in a peaceful tree-lined street surrounded by other magnificent homes, this exclusive address is a short walk to bus or train transport, local cafes, restaurants, shops including the nearby Woolworths and parkland. Walking distance to Hendra State School and Our Lady Help of Christians Primary, it also offering swift access to elite private schools (including St Margaret’s and Clayfield College). Minutes from Eagle Farm Racecourse, the Portside and Racecourse Road lifestyle precincts, it enjoys easy access to Brisbane Airport, the CBD, and Coasts via nearby arterial roads.
A true once-in-a-generation opportunity, this irreplaceable property is not to be missed.
*Subject to Brisbane City Council Approval
This property is being sold without a price and therefore a price guide can not be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. This property is for sale on or before the auction day. The seller reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the auction.
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